The new starters include craft apprentices, who are training to become qualified aircraft fitters, and undergraduate apprentices who will study for a bachelor’s degree while also gaining practical work experience within the business.

“Everyone starting their aerospace career today will have a role to play in what the future of flight looks like.”

Of the 95 at Broughton, 75 will be craft apprentices while a further 17 will be on the undergraduate programme and three join the Supply Chain Higher Apprenticeship programme.

A further 10 apprentices will start on the undergraduate programme in Filton, and will be working closely with a large team of engineers designing and developing wings, fuel systems and landing gear for aircraft.

Catherine Frances Hill, undergraduate HR apprentice, human resources, who is on the pilot programme with Airbus, said: “The opportunity to study for my degree at Chester Business School, while working for Airbus, has given me a fantastic head start in my career. As well as earning a salary, I will attain a fee-free BA (Hons) Leadership and Management degree from the University of Chester.

“Additionally, being part of such a successful international company has allowed me to build a diverse network of colleagues and also use my knowledge of various languages with a variety of business stakeholders.

“This programme presents a wonderful opportunity to expand my knowledge and develop skills and behavioural competencies in pursuit of becoming a HR professional.”